Final Reflection

After considering me project as a whole, I feel that I have answered more questions that I have anticipated. Questions that I would never have fathomed if it were not for the process of the exploration which I experienced. I  learned more than just facts about sculptures; I learned about how the artists who rendered them connected to the sculptures. For example "Sunseeker" was made to represent growth and South Texas culture. Before, all I saw was something beautiful, but now that it has purpose and meaning the sculpture seems to have more of an impact. It increases the awareness of the piece and its importance to our city's local identity These sculptures became a part of Corpus and what makes it such a unique place. I learned that I love the practice of sculpting which before I had merely observed to be a minimal aspect of art . I now recognize their impact on individuals; the sculptures help people make memories that affect their lives. I had fun searching for the numerous sculptures around Corpus Christi, though I could not get to them all.

Exhibit Two Reflection

Orphanages in Corpus Christi- Then and Now

I was interested in this exhibit, because it has been a topic that I have wanted to be involved in since I was very young. When I was little I wanted to start my own orphanage in Corpus when I grew up. Seeing this project reminded me of my childhood aspirations. It was amazing to learn the impact orphanages have had on our community, and with the world. The home for children from other countries mentioned in the exhibit, made this topic awe-inspiring in a way to know the effect Corpus is having on children from other nations. I learned about the changes in circumstance of orphans from the 80s to today. The difference highlights the changing culture and economy of our city, state, and nation. Before, orphans were the product of disease, war, and poverty due to economic problems; now, it is mainly children experiencing abuse and bad parenting that end up in orphanages. Such a change is concerning, and makes me want to learn more about this topic.

Exhibit One Reflection

ttp://kevinhistoryproject.weebly.com/history.html

I reviewed this project, about the man who was the first president of LULAC, League of United Latin American Citizens. I found this topic interesting because, when earlier this year we learned about the GI forum there was mention of the LULAC organization. We never really covered it, so I thought this project would be a good starting point in order to learn about this historical organization. I hate that the struggles of Latin Americans are often forgotten or merely grazed when students are taught history, despite their major contribution to the culture of America. The site shows historical documents detailing this man's connection and importance coinciding with LULAC. I learned more about the organization and its place in Corpus Christi history.